With the holidays just around the corner and COVID-19 cases climbing in Nova Scotia and across Canada, it’s normal to worry about how you can stay safe as you make plans for long-awaited gatherings with friends and family members. Get […]
Much to the relief of parents and caregivers across Nova Scotia, children aged 5 to 11 can now receive a vaccine to protect them against COVID-19. First doses of the Pfizer mRNA vaccine began going into youngsters’ arms on Dec. […]
Over 100 years since the Halifax Explosion, we are still learning about the people whose actions made an indelible difference to those who were affected by the tragedy. One of those people is Dr. Clement Ligoure, a graduate of Queen’s […]
Nova Scotia is home to many innovative and talented physicians. The association’s annual achievement awards are one way that Doctors Nova Scotia (DNS) celebrates the dedication of its members, physicians who go beyond the call of duty, but are rarely acknowledged […]
Bringing a baby into the world is something most people expect to happen easily. But for about one in six Canadian couples, that’s not the case. People who experience infertility and pregnancy loss, or face other barriers to starting a […]
Living through a pandemic is hard – really hard. Our abilities to cope with sustained stress only go so far. It doesn’t take much to feel pushed to our limits. Perhaps you’ve noticed a friend who seems to be more […]
Dubbed “the people’s marathon,” the Blue Nose Marathon has been welcoming runners of all ages, abilities and fitness levels to Halifax for 18 years. From the Doctors Nova Scotia Youth Run to the full marathon (with plenty of options in between), the energy and excitement is building […]
It’s unlikely that you’ve made it to the year 2021 without hearing the term “resilience” being bandied about – it’s a big buzzword these days. But what does it actually mean? As the Mayo Clinic explains, “resilience is your ability […]
Family doctors are asking Nova Scotians to roll up their sleeves to receive a flu shot. With respiratory viruses ramping up across Nova Scotia this fall and winter, it’s more important than ever to be vaccinated against the influenza virus. […]
Many of us have fond childhood memories of Halloween. There is a lot to love about trick or treating and dressing up in costumes. But Halloween can also be a confusing holiday for some children. Who is really behind that mask? […]
